IRPA 17th INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS - "Ensuring Radiation Protection for the future"
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International
Radiation
Protection
Association
17th INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS
“Ensuring Radiation Protection for the future”
IRPA
In cooperation with
Societé Française Associazione Italiana Fachverband für Sociedade Portuguesa de
de Radioprotection di Radioprotezione Strahlenschutz e.V Proteção contra Radiações
Ensuring Radiation Societé Française
de Radioprotection
Associazione Italiana
di Radioprotezione
Fachverband für
Strahlenschutz e.V
Sociedade Portuguesa de
Proteção contra Radiações
Cape Town (2016)
IRPA 14: African Region
Protection for the future
Dear IRPA members,
To ensure radiation protection for the future, taken as a motto, the
On behalf of the
Spanish Society for
Congress project is inspired by two key ideas:
Radiological Protection
(SEPR), in cooperation
with the French Society (SFRP), the Italian
Society (AIRP), the German-Swiss Society
(FS) and the Portuguese Society (SPPCR),
we are very proud to present this proposal
1 By fostering Radiation
Protection Culture, IRPA
guarantees the sustainable
to host the 17th IRPA Congress in 2028, in use of radiation tomorrow.
Valencia, Spain. As you will discover in the
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following pages, we have an outstanding In addition, and to see a
project. shining future, we need to
Seoul (2021) The chosen city, Valencia, offers a perfect engage and raise our
setting for such an important event. Located
IRPA 15: Asian and Oceanic Region young generation of RP
on the Mediterranean coast, it is a large,
modern, cosmopolitan city. It is a well- professionals. This Congress
connected hub, making travel to the city very will be a clear opportunity
easy. Furthermore, Valencia is renowned for for engaging with the Young
its arts and science culture, its commitment Generation not to miss!
to accessibility and environment, as well as
its Mediterranean lifestyle and cuisine.
The venue for the Congress would be the ✓ It is also our main aim to procure affordable economic conditions,
Valencia Conference Centre, a top-class
convention centre, capable of fulfilling all
specially for young professionals, and differential fees for countries in
the needs of a Congress of this magnitude, accordance with the IRPA policy.
surrounded by a first-rate hotel infrastructure.
And we are certainly prepared for the In order to reach as many RP professionals as possible, we propose a hybrid
challenge. We are a well-established, congress:
Orlando (2024) sizeable society with extensive experience
in organizing large events of these ❑ Most sessions will be face-to-face in Valencia.
IRPA 16: American Region characteristics, and, in addition, we have the ❑ Some plenary sessions will also be held online.
collaboration of four major societies. Most ❑ Investment in new communication technologies such as webinars
importantly, we are focused on fostering the or streaming.
young generations of radiation protection
professionals. Consequently, the proposed
Congress motto is:
ENSURING RADIATION
PROTECTION FOR THE FUTURE
It has been a long journey since the IRPA
International Congresses left Europe. After
traveling all around the world, it is now time
to have it back. It is time for it to come to
Valencia (2028) Valencia.
IRPA 17: European Region
Dr. Ricardo Torres,
President SEPR
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About Valencia Societé Française
de Radioprotection
Associazione Italiana
di Radioprotezione
Fachverband für
Strahlenschutz e.V
Sociedade Portuguesa de
Proteção contra Radiações
Reaching and staying in Valencia is easy:
Valencia is the third largest city of Spain, with
almost 1,500,000 inhabitants. It is situated at the ✓ Direct connections with around 90 international destinations by plane.
coast of the Mediterranean Sea, benefiting The airport is only at 10 minutes drive from the city.
from a mild climate with temperatures that in
May range from 15 to 23ºC. It is the origin of
the famous Paella and other excellent food.
Valencia is a vibrant, modern city, famous for
the City of Arts and Sciences, with futuristic
structures and an interactive museum. In
addition, not to miss either the historical city
✓ 90 minutes away from Madrid
center or the Turia gardens, with more than by high-speed train.
9 km in length, ideal for walking, running,
cycling, families and nature lovers, crowned
by 18 bridges that are the mark of centuries
of history. Valencia has also several beaches,
A “paella” in the city beach
including some within the nearby Parque de
la Albufera, a wetland reserve with a lake
and trails.
There are over 1,000 hotel
rooms at walking distance
from the venue, with prices
for all budgets.
Excellent offer in 3, 4 & 5*
International hotel chains
in the city: Meliá, NH,
Westin, Marriott
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About the Convention Center Societé Française Associazione Italiana Fachverband für Sociedade Portuguesa de
de Radioprotection di Radioprotezione Strahlenschutz e.V Proteção contra Radiações
The Valencia Conference Center holds
several meeting rooms and auditoriums
with capacities for up to 1,481 seats of
A FLAGSHIP BUILDING
DESIGNED BY THE ARCHITECT NORMAN FOSTER
the main auditorium and a total exhibi-
tion space available of 2,290 m2. Sever-
al nearby hotels complement the Con-
ference Centre facilities.
The Valencia Conference Center
holds two International Associa-
More information at www.palcongres-vlc.com
2,900
EVENT HELD
tion of Convention Centres (AIPC)
awards of excellence as World’s
Best Convention Centre in 2010
and 2018. It was built by the + 2 MILLION VISITORS
studio of the famous British
architect Norman Foster.
AVANT GARDE
TECHNOLOGY
AN EXCELLENT LOCATION Ground Floor
FOR A UNIQUE EVENT FACILITIES
✓ World’s Best Convention
SEVEN MINUTES OVER 1.000 BUSINESS DISTRICT UNDERGROUND CAR
FROM THE AIRPORT HOTEL ROOMS WITH RESTAURANTS PARKING 600 SPACES Centre in 2010 & 2018
First Floor
AND EIGHT MINUTES WITHIN AND LEISURE AND TWO OUTDOOR ✓ 3 auditoriums (1,481; 500 &
FROM THE CITY WALKING DISTANCE ACTIVITIES PARKINGS OF 280 pax. each)
CENTER 1,OOO m2 EACH
✓ 9 break-out rooms
✓ 2 multipurpose rooms
✓ 2.500m2 exhibition area
✓ Up to 21 additional meeting
rooms at hotels Second Floor
✓ WiFi for over 3,000 devices
✓ Latest generation projectors
and sound systems
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Scientific Programme Young Professionals Societé Française Associazione Italiana Fachverband für Sociedade Portuguesa de
de Radioprotection di Radioprotezione Strahlenschutz e.V Proteção contra Radiações
Engagement
Radiological Protection
is organised around four
ICRP In line with the congress motto, we aim to foster the young generation of
fundamental pillars for its UNSCEAR
radiation protection professionals (YP) through:
safe use. Each one has
international reference SCIENTIFIC
PRINCIPLES ❑ Participation of YP in the Scientific and Organising Committees, a
AND
organizations, with IRPA BASES RECOMMENDATIONS great opportunity to work together with more senior people, learning but
being recognised as “the also bringing new innovative ideas to the Congress.
International voice of the ❑ YP special inscription fees.
radiation protection pro- ❑ YP competition and awards.
fession in the enhance-
ment of radiation protec- ❑ YP social activities, promoting the interaction and cooperation between
SOCIETY different Youth Clubs.
tion culture and practice
worldwide”. ❑ Public engagement, giving talks on Radiation Protection to university
students or general public in the city of Valencia.
These four pillars, along
with the interaction with PRACTICAL REGULATIONS
society, which is cen- APPLICATIONS AND
STANDARDS
tral to all, will comprise
the main themes of the OIEA,
IRPA
Scientific Programme CE
of the Congress.
RP PILLARS Main Topic Areas
I.1 Biological effects of radiation exposure
I. SCIENTIFIC
BASES I.2 Epidemiology of the effects of radiation
I.3 Characterization of radiation exposures: instrumentation, dosimetry (external, internal, biological)
II.1 Radiological protection framework: planned exposures
Commitment to integrate the
II. PRINCIPLES AND II.2 Radiological protection framework: existing exposures IRPA Young Generation
RECOMMENDATIONS II.3 Radiological protection framework: emergency situations Network, as well as other
national youth groups
II.4 Radiological protection for the public and the environment
III.1 Radiological protection policies, criteria, methods, and culture
III. REGULATIONS
III.2 Implementation of Basic Standards: balance
AND STANDARDS
III.3 Education and training: RP expert
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IV.1 Nuclear facilities (workers, public, environment)
IV.2 Medicine (patients, workers, public)
IV. RADIOLOGICAL IV.3 No-Ionizing Radiation (workers, public)
PROTECTION IN
PRACTICE IV.4 Industries with natural radioactivity (NORM) (workers, public)
IV.5 Protection from radon gas (workplaces, housing)
IV.6 Other radiation practices (workers, public, environment)
V. INTERACTION V.1 Social participación in RP: tools and procedures
WITH SOCIETY V.2 Communication and perception of radiological risk
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About the Spanish SEPR experience in Societé Française
de Radioprotection
Associazione Italiana
di Radioprotezione
Fachverband für
Strahlenschutz e.V
Sociedade Portuguesa de
Proteção contra Radiações
Society for Radiological Protection Organizing Congresses
The Spanish Society for Radiological Protection ➢ 16 Biennial national congresses, starting in 1985.
(SEPR) is a non-profit scientific and technical profes- ➢ Several topical meetings per year
sional association, founded in 1980, with more than
➢ International congresses.
650 members.
1998, Barcelona: IV Western European Regional Congress.
It is characterized by a high degree of multidiscipli-
2001, Málaga: IAEA International Conference on the Radiological
narity, including branches of knowledge such as ba-
Protection of Patients.
sic sciences, medicine, engineering, technology and
legislation, which ensures its neutrality and independ- 2004, Madrid: IRPA 11th International Congress.
ence. 2016, Madrid: CIPRaM. Ibero-American Conference on Radiological
Protection in Medicine.
DISTRIBUTION BY SECTOR DISTRIBUTION BY AGE (YEARS)
Technical/Commercial
activities >65 years
Public Health
National support Societé Française
de Radioprotection
Associazione Italiana
di Radioprotezione
Fachverband für
Strahlenschutz e.V
Sociedade Portuguesa de
Proteção contra Radiações
For the organization of this Congress, the Spanish Society for Radiological
protection has the support of the main Spanish entities related with the Radiation
Protection field, as well as of the local, regional and national authorities.
National, Regional and Local Authorities
• Spanish Nuclear Safety Council (CSN)
• Spanish Ministry of Health
• Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation
• Spanish Ministry for Ecological Transition
• Valencian Government (GV)
• Valencia City Council
• Valencian Department of Universal and Public Health
• Valencian Security and Emergency Agency (SEM)
National public organizations
• National Radioactive Waste Company (ENRESA)
• Energy, Environmental and Technological
Research Center (CIEMAT)
• National Dosimetry Center (CND)
• Nuclear Fuel Supplier (ENUSA)
Industrial partners
• Spanish Nuclear Industry Forum
• Cofrentes Nuclear Power Plant
• GD Energy Services (GDES)
Professional associations
• Spanish Society of Medical Physics (SEFM)
• Spanish Society of Medical Radiology (SERAM)
• Spanish Nuclear Society (SNE)
• Official College of Physicians (COFIS)
• Royal Spanish Society of Physics (RSEF)
• Valencian Society of RP and Medical Physics (SVPRF)
Universities
• Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)
• University of Valencia (UV)
• University of Valencia – Faculty of Physics
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A UNIQUE CONFERENCE VENUE
IN VALENCIA, A UNIQUE CITY
In summary:
✓ Stronger cooperation between IRPA societies.
✓ Experience in organizing large scientific congresses.
✓ Support to and integration of the Young Generation.
✓ Affordable budget, with differentiated fees structure.
Venue with full capacity and ideal facilities.
✓
✓ Wonderful city and region. 2028
In cooperation with
Societé Française Associazione Italiana Fachverband für Sociedade Portuguesa de
de Radioprotection di Radioprotezione Strahlenschutz e.V Proteção contra Radiações
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